Bergerac is a town in southwestern France, located in the Dordogne department within the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. It sits on the Dordogne River and is well known for its wine production and historic old town. Context and quick facts
- Location: Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. It lies along the Dordogne River, roughly east of Bordeaux.
- Geography: Inland river town with a medieval center and riverfront areas.
- Population and status: A sizable town in the Dordogne department, often described as the second-largest commune in the department (after Périgueux), with a notable wine culture in the surrounding Perigord Pourpre (Purple Perigord) area.
- Notable features: Historic architecture, wine production, river cruises on the Dordogne, and cultural sites such as the old town and local museums.
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